Question
Based on your description, what should a 5-year-old child eat when they have a cough?
Answer
According to your description, when a child has a cough, their diet should be light and primarily include fresh vegetables. They should consume moderate amounts of lean meat or poultry and eggs. Avoid greasy foods, especially oranges which are not suitable for wind-heat coughs, and steer clear of acidic foods to prevent affecting the expectoration of phlegm. Additionally, the child’s daily life should be regular with appropriate rest and sleep. Parents need to ensure proper cold prevention and warmth. These are the suggestions for this question; I hope they are helpful to you.